2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 373 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |